Pakistan seeks extradition of 29 prisoners(Bangkok Post file photo)Pakistan has sought the extradition of 29 prisoners from Thailand, citing problems over living conditions and health, Justice Minister Somsak Thepsuthin said. Mr Asim said he consulted Mr Somsak about the request for 29 Pakistani prisoners being detained in Thai prisons to be extradited to continue their prison terms in their home country. He, therefore, had consulted Mr Somsak whether it would be possible to send the prisoners to their home country under an extradition agreement between the two countries. So far the Corrections Department has released prisoners in minor cases not related to security with good conduct through royal pardons and paroles. Mr Somsak insisted that the Corrections Department has taken care of inmates to international standards.

Source: Bangkok Post February 22, 2021 11:36 UTC